Re-stretching with a power stretcher is the remedy for buckles or wavy carpets. It can add years of life to your carpeting. Re-stretching will not reverse damage or excessive wear caused by improper installation, but works to prevent further unnecessary damage and wear.
You may notice waves or small ripples in your carpet after a period of time, whether it is from use or immediately following a steam cleaning. There are several reasons for buckling:
The most common reason for buckling is improper carpet installation. A high percentage of carpet installers do not follow the CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute) Installation Guidelines (CRI 104 & 105). If your carpet was not installed using a power stretcher, it was not installed properly. Power stretching a carpet will not tear a carpet, but will improve you with maximum years of use out of your carpet and is mandatory by Shaw Industries (major carpet manufacturer). Installation performed without the use of a power stretcher can void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Improper carpet padding (too thick).
Dragging heavy furniture across wall-to-wall carpeting may pull carpeting off tackless strip, causing waves (this will affect carpets not properly installed).
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